Winged landing

September 1918 - A remarkable survival story - Ace Lieutenant 'Grid' Caldwell landed his damaged aircraft by standing on the wing, steering with his right hand to balance the aircraft until it cleared the front line trenches and he could jump off and somersault as he hit the ground. No parachute so no other option but what a feat!

[Keri]

I recognise this - I was there a few weeks ago. An impressive collection and really well depicted. If you cropped out the wall on the right you would think you'd been on hand to capture the action!

[Liana Bull]

@pitasmum I wondered about the cropping. Thanks for the advice.

[Nick]

What a great story. Great shot of the scene.

[Maggiemae]

Good editing and story! Love it! Wish I could do the same - I like that attitude! fav

[Liana Bull]

@nickspicsnz Thanks Nick

[Liana Bull]

@maggiemae Thanks for the Fav. Do you mean you want to ride on the wing? Could get interesting!

[Liana Bull]

@pitasmum I have cropped it as you suggested/ I think it does look better.

[Maggiemae]

@kiwinanna Hell, no - bad enough riding in a small aircraft! I meant organise a shot like this!

[Keri]

@kiwinanna It does - good job.